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Still There
2019
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Quick resume
Every day is the same on the faraway Bento space-lighthouse - until a mysterious radio message breaks through. Evade the past, welcome oblivion, make the perfect Italian coffee. Still There is a psychological adventure game about grief, technical puzzles, wacky AIs and dark humour. How far is far enough?
Global score
86/100
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Point-and-click, Simulator, Puzzle
Pros
- Emotional and immersive story
- Challenging and logical puzzles
- Atmospheric art and music
- Unique sci-fi setting
- Well-designed ai companion
Cons
- Some puzzles can be overly complex or vague
- Short game length
- Limited player expression and exploration
- Lack of manual save and achievement penalties for puzzle skipping
- Dialogue and story may not appeal to all players
Motivations
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Autonomy4
"Players have control over solving puzzles and directing their own actions within the space station environment."
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Competence5
"The game features challenging, technical puzzles requiring skill, logical thinking, and understanding of manuals."
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Competition-5
"Focus is on individual puzzle solving and story experience without any competitive elements."
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Continuation3
"Players report immersive experience leading to long sessions and emotional attachment, though game length is short."
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Cooperation-5
"Single-player experience focused on individual problem solving and narrative engagement."
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Creativity2
"Players experiment with puzzle solutions and explore environment, though within predefined structures."
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Domination-5
"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; cooperative and equal interactions with AI companion."
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Escapism4
"Players use the game to immerse themselves in a sci-fi setting and emotionally engaging story, escaping real life."
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Expectation-4
"Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and emotional connection, not obligation."
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Experimenting3
"Players try different puzzle approaches and explore the environment to discover solutions."
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Exploration2
"Exploration is limited to a small space station but players discover many interactive objects and details."
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Expression-3
"Limited customization or self-expression; mostly fixed character and environment presentation."
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Fantasy3
"Set in a sci-fi space station with AI companion, blending realistic and imaginative elements."
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Fellowship-4
"Primarily a solo experience with minimal social interaction beyond AI companion."
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Growth4
"Players develop problem-solving skills and learn to interpret technical manuals and puzzles."
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Health-5
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."
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Idle-4
"Requires focused attention to solve puzzles and progress; not suited for casual or background play."
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Intimacy-4
"Emotional connection is mostly with in-game AI and story, limited social or emotional sharing with others."
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Leadership-5
"No leadership or group management elements; purely individual gameplay."
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Progression3
"Progression through puzzle completion and story advancement; no item collection or upgrades."
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Relaxation2
"Atmospheric and immersive with moments of flow, but puzzles can be challenging and occasionally frustrating."
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Sensation2
"Enjoyable art, music, and sound design provide sensory stimulation, though not intense or extreme."
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Status-5
"No social recognition or status systems; focus is on personal experience."
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Story5
"Highly praised emotional and immersive narrative is a core element of the game."
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Strategy4
"Requires analytical thinking and problem solving to interpret manuals and solve puzzles."
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Thrill1
"Some suspense and emotional tension in story, but gameplay is mostly controlled and predictable."
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Value4
"Players feel the game offers good value for price with meaningful story and challenging puzzles."
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Violence-5
"No combat or destructive gameplay; focus on constructive problem solving."
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Survival2
"Some elements of maintaining systems and managing station functions, but low risk environment."
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